ALACRITY


Meaning of ALACRITY in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ə-ˈla-krə-tē ]

noun

Etymology: Latin alacritas, from alacr-, alacer lively, eager

Date: 15th century

: promptness in response : cheerful readiness

accepted the invitation with alacrity

• alac·ri·tous -krə-təs adjective

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